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OY06 BVK

2006 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2006 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 155,930 miles on the clock, averaging 10,234 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for OY06 BVK

MOT Status
Due date passed
155,930
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2009
70%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 6 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
10,234

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading155,930 miles
Reading date
Average per year10,234
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for OY06 BVK 43k72k100k128k156k '09'20'15

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage155,930 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage155,930 miles
Since last MOT+6,048 miles
PASS
Mileage149,882 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage149,882 miles
Since last MOT+8,977 miles
PASS
Mileage140,905 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage140,905 miles
Since last MOT+6,535 miles
PASS
Mileage134,370 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage134,364 miles
Since last MOT+63 miles
PASS
Mileage134,301 miles
Since last MOT+3,915 miles
PASS
Mileage130,386 miles
Since last MOT+8,796 miles
PASS
Mileage121,590 miles
Since last MOT+13,089 miles
PASS
Mileage108,501 miles
Since last MOT+11,497 miles
PASS
Mileage97,004 miles
Since last MOT+8,532 miles
PASS
Mileage88,472 miles
Since last MOT+4,042 miles
PASS
Mileage84,430 miles
Since last MOT+5,728 miles
PASS
Mileage78,702 miles
Since last MOT+118 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,584 miles
Since last MOT+12,952 miles
PASS
Mileage65,632 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,615 miles
Since last MOT+22,161 miles
PASS
Mileage43,454 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Vauxhall Astra

These are the most commonly reported problems on Vauxhall Astra models (1998–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Central locking door mechanism (driver's door microswitches and lock motors)

Microswitches in driver's door wear out, interrupting central locking signal; lock motors seize from dirt/moisture. · Typical repair: £100-250 (switches £20-50, motors £50-100 + labour).

Passenger compartment wiring connectors (transverse harness under carpet, front-rear junction)

Connectors corrode from wet carpets (leaks or spills), causing glitches in electrics/ECUs. · Typical repair: £150-400 (harness section £50-150 + drying/labour; full harness £300+).

Rear brake calipers (seizing/pistons)

Caliper pistons corrode/seize, causing uneven pad wear. · Typical repair: £200-450 per side (caliper £80-150 + discs/pads/labour).

Front suspension wheel bearings (integrated in hubs)

Bearings wear prematurely due to hub design, especially on pothole-heavy UK roads. · Typical repair: £250-500 per side (hub assembly £100-200 + labour/alignment).

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY06 BVK
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeOY — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier06 — March 2006 to August 2006

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About OY06 BVK

What car is OY06 BVK?

OY06 BVK is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Oxford in 2006.

What is the mileage of OY06 BVK?

The last recorded mileage for OY06 BVK was 155,930 miles, recorded on 27 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OY06 BVK passed its MOT?

OY06 BVK has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 27 Oct 2020.

Is OY06 BVK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY06 BVK is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.

How old is OY06 BVK?

OY06 BVK is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.